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Gramma's Cream of Broccoli

SUBMITTED BY: Proud Albertan

"This is a terrific and easy recipe I got from my late Grandmother. It's my favorite soup recipe ever!"
RECIPE RATING:
The reviewer gave this recipe 14 stars. This recipe average a 3.9 star rating.
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PREP TIME  15 Min
COOK TIME  20 Min
READY IN  35 Min

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 3 cups water
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 cup chopped broccoli
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 14 1/2 ounces evaporated milk
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons grated onion
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt

DIRECTIONS

  1. In a medium saucepan, bring 3 cups water and salt to a boil. Cook broccoli in boiling water, uncovered, for 10 to 12 minutes. Drain, place broccoli in a small bowl, and mash.
  2. Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Mix in flour, and then gradually whisk in milk and water; stir continuously until liquid begins to boil. Stir in grated onion and mashed broccoli. Season with remaining salt.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 1, 2005 by MARMARL
I was pleasantly surprised by this recipe. This is the only Cream of Broccoli soup I could... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on May 26, 2007 by SATRNTGR
This was great. I was tired of all of the Cream of Broccoli recipes making you cook the stuff... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 20, 2008 by KELEKITCHEN
This soup is superb. Used skim milk and opted to saute the onion til transparent for... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 26, 2007 by MARY KELSO
This recipe was both simple and tasty. I almost got my boys to eat broccoli and probably... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 12, 2006 by robyn devine
This soup was very good, and quick and easy to make! I gave it 4 stars though because i... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 11, 2005 by Melanie Esqueda
I loved it - I left out the onions, added black pepper, and left the broccoli in large chunks.... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 13, 2007 by orgflite
I gave this recipe a four because it doesn't make alot. Perfect for 2-3 people lunch. Kids... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 2 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 2, 2005 by MLA1537
This was a tasteless soup. I had to add cheese to thicken it up, and then the soup broke. ... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 29, 2008 by CoffeeMaster
This is an awesome recipe. So easy that I make it every few days. I love it and never tire...